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Examining the concept of “Temple” throughout Scripture, Heaven on Earth explores one of the most interesting, but least appreciated themes in biblical theology. Far from being a building used simply for religious activities, the Temple in biblical literature embodies a rich variety of theological ideas. At the heart of these is the interface provided between a holy God and sinful people. An...

writers, for what Christians do with their whole lives, rather than being confined to what they do when they meet together.66 For example, Paul can describe his apostolic mission and ministry using latreuō (24:14; 27:23). Thus there is a clear stream of evidence in Acts that God’s activities are not confined to the Temple, the land or any other form of sacred place.67 Because of the death, resurrection and exaltation of Jesus, the world itself is now being repossessed by God. The Old Testament
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